Pitso Mosimane has once again sparked excitement among Kaizer Chiefs supporters after speaking about the club as if he were already part of the project.
Mosimane raised eyebrows this week when he repeatedly referred to Chiefs in the first person while discussing their ambitions of returning to the top of African football.
“You can say that Kaizer Chiefs has thrown the cat among the pigeons,” Mosimane said.
“I was speaking to Jess, and she said, ‘It is now in Pirates’ hands. We just want to consolidate our position.’
“Whether we play in the Champions League or Confederation Cup, we are doing it for our club. We want Kaizer Chiefs back.”
Those comments immediately sent Amakhosi supporters into a frenzy on social media. Many were convinced the legendary coach could be preparing for a sensational return to South African football.
Mosimane also revealed that Chiefs officials reminded him that the club reached the CAF Champions League final not too long ago.
“They asked me a question… Bobby said, ‘We were in the final four years ago with you (Al Ahly), so we can also claim it has not been long since we were there.’
“So Kaizer Chiefs see themselves doing well in that space,” added Mosimane.
The former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly coach has now admitted he is ready to return to coaching — but only if the project excites him.
Mosimane has been without a club since leaving Esteghlal FC following salary disputes.
Speaking to iDiski Times, the CAF Champions League-winning coach admitted that national team football appeals to him, although he has not ruled out club football entirely.
“Coaching again? If you ask me, a national team, yes,” he said. “But you should never say never because I might go back to club coaching.”
Mosimane also revealed he has continued receiving offers, including interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia. However, he insists money alone will not convince him.
“If I coach a club, I want to win the Champions League,” he explained. “For me, it’s not about money anymore. I want to do what makes me happy.”